Bachelor of Science in Recreation Event and Sport Management

University of North Texas

Recreation services are one of the largest industries in the world, whether measured in dollars spent, persons served, hours of time devoted, or resources used. There are a number of opportunities available to graduates depending on their area of focus.

Why Earn a Recreation Event & Sport Management Degree?

Students with a Bachelor of Science degree in Recreation, Event and Sport Management are prepared to enter the recreation services industry. The provision of recreation services is one of the largest industries in the world, whether measured in dollars spent, persons served, hours of time devoted, or resources used.

You'll take courses that emphasize life development, wellness and communication skills. You'll also learn how to plan, design, implement and evaluate any type of recreation, event or sports program. Some of the course work includes:

History and philosophy of sports and leisure
Leadership and management
Planning, managing and operating sport or recreation facilities
Recreation program planning and evaluation
Risk analysis
Special events planning and management
Tournament and league operations

The course structure will enable you to apply theoretical knowledge to practice and to step into an exciting and rewarding career. We provide options to study sports management, event management or program management.

Our faculty members bring experience and expertise to the classroom in:

• Community programming
• Diverse populations
• Management of leisure services
• Older adults
• Special events and festival management
• Sports operations and facility management
• Trail use and development

They've also been honored by the National Recreation and Park Association, Society of Health and Physical Educators, National Therapeutic Recreation Society and Texas Recreation and Park Society.